Agile Project Manager

1. AGILE PROJECT MANAGER

JOB SUMMARY

We are seeking an execution-driven, agile-oriented and collaborative Project Manager who excels at strategic planning and delivering results in dynamic environments. This role is responsible for leading end-to-end project delivery, from defining scope and managing resources, to tracking progress and adapting to change—while applying Agile principles to foster iterative development and continuous improvement, while ensuring alignment with stakeholder expectations and organizational goals. You’ll play a key role in coordinating cross-functional teams, engaging stakeholders, and ensuring high-quality outcomes that align with RWS’s strategic objectives. This position directly contributes to RWS’s goals by enabling agile project execution, enhancing customer value, and supporting the IT division’s transformation through innovation and operational excellence.

KEY RESPONSIBILITES (JOB REQUIREMENTS)

1. Project Planning & Definition:

• Define project scope, goals, and deliverables in collaboration with stakeholders and senior management.
• Develop detailed project plans, including tasks, timelines, resource allocation, and budget.
• Identify and secure necessary resources (human, financial, technical) for project execution.
• Conduct thorough risk assessments and develop mitigation strategies.

1. Project Execution & Monitoring:

• Lead and motivate project teams, assigning tasks and providing guidance to ensure efficient execution.
• Monitor project progress, track milestones, and identify deviations from the plan.
• Implement effective change management processes to adapt to evolving project requirements.
• Facilitate regular project meetings to review progress, address issues, and make informed decisions.
• Ensure adherence to established project management methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall), leveraging Agile principles for iterative development and continuous improvement where appropriate.

1. Stakeholder Management & Communication:

• Serve as the primary point of contact for all project-related communication with internal and external stakeholders.
• Provide regular and transparent updates on project status, risks, and challenges to all relevant parties.
• Proactively engage with diverse stakeholders, understanding their perspectives and integrating their needs to ensure project alignment and buy-in.
• Manage stakeholder expectations and foster strong, collaborative relationships.

1. Budget & Resource Management:

• Manage project budgets, track expenditures, and ensure financial objectives are met.
• Allocate and optimize resources efficiently to maximize productivity and achieve project goals.

1. Quality Assurance & Closure:

• Ensure project deliverables meet defined quality standards and stakeholder requirements.
• Conduct post-project evaluations to assess effectiveness, identify lessons learned, and improve future project outcomes.
• Oversee the formal closure of projects, including documentation, handover, and archiving.

1. Sense-making & Transdisciplinary Collaboration:

• Ability to interpret complex information, identify underlying patterns, and synthesize diverse data points to form a clear understanding of project challenges and opportunities.
• Skilled in navigating ambiguity and providing clarity to the team and stakeholders, even in rapidly evolving environments.
• Actively foster and manage collaboration across different disciplines, departments, and external partners to integrate diverse knowledge and perspectives for holistic project outcomes.
• Promote an environment where interdisciplinary insights are valued and leveraged to drive innovative solutions.

1. Conflict Resolution & Negotiation:

• A proven ability to anticipate, identify, and effectively resolve conflicts that may arise within the project team or among stakeholders, mediating disputes to achieve mutually beneficial outcomes.
• Strong negotiation skills to secure resources, manage scope changes, and reach agreements with vendors, clients, and internal teams, ensuring project objectives are met without compromising relationships.

JOB REQUIREMENTS/JOB QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in Project Management, Business Administration, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field. A Master's degree or MBA is a plus.
• 10+ years of proven experience in project management, with a track record of successfully delivering complex projects.
• Experience managing projects of varying sizes and complexities within [e.g., IT, Integrated Resorts].
• Demonstrable experience working in Agile environments, including familiarity with Scrum, Kanban, or other iterative methodologies.
• Proficiency in project management software (e.g., Jira, Asana).

Certifications (Preferred):

• Project Management Professional (PMP)
• Certified ScrumMaster (CSM), SAFe Agilist, or other Agile certifications
• PRINCE2

CORE COMPETENCY

1. Resource Management
2. Project Management
3. Stakeholder Management (Internal/External)
4. Risk Management
5. Sense Making / Transdisciplinary
6. Business Agility
7. Solution Architecture
8. System Design